Updated Oct 31, 2026
Private foundations based in Roseland, New Jersey
12 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Roseland, New Jersey, holding $1.1B in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 0 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nsn Foundation Incsince 2001 | $279M3 grants · 2023 | $100M | Preselected only | $171M |
| Maimonides Foundation Incsince 2022 | $70M1 grants · 2023 | $70M | Preselected only | $2.4M |
| Point Reyes Foundation Incsince 2024 | $56M1 grants · 2024 | $56M | Preselected only | $245M |
| Charles K & Esther Krieger Foundation Incsince 2016 | $728K31 grants · 2024 | $1,000 | Preselected only | $10M |
| Chdi Foundation Incsince 2005 | $531K7 grants · 2024 | $25K | Preselected only | $83M |
| Sophie and Arthur Brody Foundationsince 1968 | $439K17 grants · 2024 | $15K | Preselected only | $1.8M |
| Melvin Gebroe Family Foundation Incsince 2009 | $433K8 grants · 2024 | $10K | Preselected only | $3.5M |
| Ottinger Foundation Incsince 1946 | $300K5 grants · 2024 | $75K | Preselected only | $3.8M |
| Fabiola Foundation Incsince 2005 | $100K1 grants · 2023 | $100K | Preselected only | $1.8M |
| Marilyn S Broad Foundation Incsince 2003 | $64K9 grants · 2024 | $6,500 | Preselected only | $1.6M |
| Arnold Foundation Incsince 2005 | $50K1 grants · 2023 | $50K | Preselected only | $6.3M |
| The High Q Foundation Incsince 2002 | — | — | Preselected only | $540M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in New Jersey
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | New Jersey State Council on the Arts — Organizational GrantsStateNew Jersey State Council on the Arts | New Jersey State Council on the Arts | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | New Jersey Council for the Humanities — Humanities GrantsStateNew Jersey Council for the Humanities | New Jersey Council for the Humanities | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in Roseland, New Jersey?
Our directory lists 12 private grantmaking foundations in Roseland, New Jersey with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $1.1B. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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